we've provided links to those retailers under each entry. The best cheap tablets aren't as powerful as the best tablets overall, but they do strike a welcome balance between utility and affordability.

we've rounded up the best cheap tablets based on our hands-on experience and testing. Our top pick is the Apple , but we also included other options from Amazon, Lenovo, and more for under $400.

It is, without a doubt, A Budget Tablet — it’s nowhere near premium, but it doesn’t feel distractingly cheap either. At just under eight inches tall and 0.37 inches thick, it’s small ...

Whether you need a new tablet for school or work or are just looking to upgrade without spending a fortune, we've rounded up the best cheap tablets ... and more for under $400.